Antique Japanese Meiji / Taisho Era Early 1900's Japanese Kiseru Good Draw 8.5" Goban Gold scrollwork fills the intervening

Gold scrollwork fills the intervening iron-red ground throughout

A male figure in formal court or Noh dress occupies a third panel

grass and tile motifs

Weight = lbs oz

It measures about 3

Antique Japanese Meiji / Taisho Era Early 1900's Japanese Kiseru Good Draw 8.5" Goban Gold scrollwork fills the interveningThis is an antique Japanese kiseru () from the Meiji Taisho Era (early 1900's). It has a metal mouth piece and bowl with bamboo center. It is quite elegant and compact and still has a nice draw. Along with a warm centuries old patina, this kiseru has a good draw and is still very functional. This kiseru measures 8 1 2" (21. 5 cm) long. It has been well used, yet well loved and, along with its warm aged patina, this kiseru remains in very good